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The following size limitations per frame unit, are in enforced for welded elevation frames shipped from the factory. These limitations are in place due to the physical size of shipping tr...

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Both the DW and K-Series frames are identical with the exception of the base anchoring. Both the DW and K-series frames are supplied with a field adjustable compression anchor in each jamb located ...

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Drywall Throat Fillers are used when wall thickness is between 1/8” (3mm) to 1/4” (6mm) less than the frame throat dimension, throat filler section(s) can be used to fill the gap, assuring the prop...

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Maximum hourly rating for a transom and side light or panel frame is 1 1/2 hour (90 minutes).
In masonry wall application the maximum is 13'6" x 12'2"
In stud wall application the maximum is 13...

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Drywall Slip-on frames are recommended and designed to be installed as KD (Knock Down) assemblies and not recommended to be welded (SUA). If a DW-Series or K-Series is welded prior to installa...

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Hospital Stops are located at the bottom of the frame jambs and/or mullions. The integral door stops are terminates above floor line and is closed with a 45° or 90° angle to facilitate cleaning at ...

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It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to install all material in accordance with SDI or HMMA installation standards and tolerances. Out of square frames which are installed out of t...

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DW and K-Series frames are designed to slip onto a stud wall after the wall is finished (painted, wall papered, etc).
Walls can be either wood stud or steel stud
Used only for interior applicat...

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The 2010 and 2030 closer are not the same.
The 2010 Series closer uses the (larger) 4010 cylinder which requires a 4" minimum frame tube to mount in.
The 2030 uses the (narrow) "Pacer" cylinder...

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F-Series frames are available without returns:
Fire Rated frames must have welded corners.
Frames must include weled in wood or steel stud anchors.
Installation requirements:
Frames must be...

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DW/K-Series frames (Drywall Slip-On) are not recommended for installation in high traffic areas.
DW/K-Series frames are installed in interior stud walls after the wall board is installed and ...

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Excessive premature frame rusting is caused by improper jobsite installation practices and most likely caused by the following circumstances:
Grout:
Frames are grouted in place using incorrec...

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The rough opening dimensions are the same for either Welded (SUA) or Knock Down (KD) frames
For F, FN, FE, DE, MU three sided frames and four sided borrowed light frames:
New masonry Walls: N...

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If the door hits the frame (or rubs on the rabbet of the head or jamb) the frame is out of square and improperly installed.
Door edge rubbing on the rabbet - shimming the hinges may resolve the...

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It is always recommended to point installers to the industry installation manuals which are very comprehensive and are ANSI documents.
SDI (Steel Door Institute) installation manual can be found...

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ASTM E-119 is a test standard for walls, partitions and floor or roof systems:
This test standard is also used for ceramic type glasses when used as window wall and/or borrowed light frames.
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Drywall Slip-on Frame is an industry term describing a 3 sided frame designed to be installed on a wall composed of steel or wood studs with gypsum board or other facing material and is i...

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This condition (toed in or toed out jambs) is usually not found until the door is installed.
Frames which have toed in or toed out jambs have been installed out of tolerance.
It is the resp...

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Out of plumb (also referred to as twisted) frames usually cannot be adjusted.
"Out of Plumb or Twisted frames (or jambs)" is a condition created by improper wall construction and/or improper insta...